Hyderabad, April 14 -- Dubai International Airport (DXB) has maintained its position as the world's busiest airport for international passenger traffic for the 11th consecutive year, amid a strong surge in long-haul travel demand throughout 2024.

According to data released by Airports Council International (ACI) World on Monday, 14 April, the airport welcomed 92.3 million passengers in 2024-an increase of 6.1 percent from 2023 and 7 percent compared to pre-pandemic levels in 2019. ACI World represents 2,181 airports across 170 countries.

London Heathrow ranked second, followed by Seoul Incheon, with Singapore Changi and Amsterdam Schiphol completing the top five busiest international airports.

When domestic passenger travel is included...